This exploration in heredity traits and how those are used to find ideal companions. Ultimately this system could be used as short hand interview to find prospective surrogate mothers.

Traits are embroidered on the 2 x 8 matrix on sheer, white handkerchiefs. Black threads are sewn into the appropriate place on the grid representing dominant traits and recessive traits are marked by a vacant rectangle. While rare recessive traits are sewn in gold thread, these traits could be used as a “red flag” to some people or a commodity to others.

There are two components to the Desired Networking Assessment: the handkerchief and the pocket-sized card. The card has the owner’s traits on vellum, which you can layer over possible mates to receive the same results as the handkerchiefs.